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Originally Posted by barry12345
IIs there any time you have difficulty getting underway from a stop? Some 240d engines seem to have a little more power than others. I attribute this to several things but still it is what it is.
Also did you notice any difference in fuel consumption? Base oil consumption? I wonder at what rpms peak torque is present. Car still does okay on hills if you drop a gear? You may be the first to attempt this. I did not think the 240ds could cope with this other than perhaps the automatic versions..
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Keep in mind that these little engines have really nice torque so no problem what so ever from a standing start, I actually feel like its faster. Before 1st was a throw away gear, basically you came out at 5 or 10mph, now you can stay in it up to 20mph. I'm using standard wheels and tires. It's a completely different animal from before and I couldn't be more pleased. Mercedes just had it geared way too low.
No fuel consumption data yet but expect a nice bump up.
The 85 SD is a w126 and this chart shows it's probably not compatible:
differentials, gear-ratios and compatibility | Mercedes-Benz turbo
12-02-2015, 03:45 PM
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